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Although right out of high school in 1991 Natalie Brekke knew she wanted to own her own business, she did some exploring before finally finding her niche. In the fall of 1991, she enrolled at MSU-Northern as an Elementary Education major, but after two years she realized that teaching just wasn't the right fit for her. So, she moved to Billings and enrolled at May Technical College, earning credentials to work with medical records. For three years, she put that education to work at the...
Do you want to learn how to ride a personal watercraft (jet ski) safely? Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is offering a FREE personal watercraft (PWC) safety course on Fresno Reservoir, on Aug. 20 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The class will begin at the Walleye Pavilion for the classroom portion, and then move onto the main boat ramp. The class will be limited to eight participants, so please plan to register early! The course will consist of learning about PWCs, operating regulations, and on-water demonstrations and practice; including a variety of...

Located on the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation in Harlem, Montana, Aaniiih Nakoda College offers a wide array of computing, networking, and telecommunications resources and services to members of the college community, and students can choose between 14 degree programs. Aaniiih Nakoda College has a strong relationship with the local education agencies. Not only does the college operate its own immersion school, but it works closely with Head Start and local school districts in Harlem and...

The First Bank of Montana has been very active in the communities all along the Hi-line and play a vital role in planning the future for many. Last week the bank staff took it one step further by inviting everyone to stop by and enjoy a Traveling Taco, a cookie and some cool refreshments as they celebrated 'Customer Appreciation Day'....
Due to dry and windy conditions in Blaine County, Blaine County Commissioners are implementing a “burn ban” effective immediately. All burning associated with debris disposal or agricultural clearing is prohibited until further notice. The burn ban applies to all outdoor burning except recreational cooking fires. No new burn permits will be issued, and all current permits are suspended until conditions improve and the burn ban is lifted. The public is reminded that even the smallest spark has the potential to cause significant damage, so ple...

On Monday, July 15, Heather DePriest, Chinook High School (CHS) All-Class Reunion Administrator, presented the Sweet Park Board with a check for $9,875.00 from the proceeds of the Brewfest held during the 2019 CHS All-Class Reunion. Organizer of the Brewfest, Kelsey Harry declared the event a success. "I think our brew fest was absolutely a success. Doing it in conjunction with the All-Class Reunion helped us a lot. We had anywhere from 380-400 people there! I couldn't believe the support we...
Harlem High School (HHS) will be celebrating its 100th anniversary at the end of this month when graduates from the HHS classes of 1919-2019 will gather to reminisce and reconnect. A committee of spirited individuals have organized three full days of reunion activities from August 30-September 1. For individuals who haven’t already registered, registration begins at 10:00 on Friday at the Little Rockies Senior Center located at 116 Main Street South in Harlem, and activities get underway at noon with a walk down memory lane when graduates w...

A group of nine people met on July 29, resurrecting the name Zurich Association of Parents (ZAP) as their name for the committee that is planning a Zurich Elementary School all-class reunion. The reunion event has been set for June 12-13 in 2020. "We're looking for pictures, names and addresses of former students, and volunteers to help with the organization and planning pieces of the reunion," Planning Committee member Sandy Miller said. "From what we gather, we are hoping to put together a...

After our very successful dinner and silent auction in April, the team began packing and preparing for this mission. We left on May 16th and arrived on the 17th. To say the least, it was a long journey. There were 15 members on the team including Peggy Perry and Arlys Williams (NP)from Chinook, Dr. Carly Robertson, Bev Hagen, Carole Crosby, Marilyn Granell from Havre, Diane Brown (RN), Patrick (PA) and Kathy Armstrong from Chester, Jan Driscoll from Stevensville, Tim (PT)and Mary Nielsen (RN),...
July 31, 2019 Sympathy is extended to Carol and Duane Klindworth and family of Bill Hay. Bill passed away this past week in Havre. Susan Billmayer went to Denver for her cousin, Patty’s birthday along with other cousins that have been here visiting other Burns relatives in the area. Elissa and Jordan Zellmer and family returned last week from a family reunion in Minnesota. The relatives were on her Mother’s side. They took in points of interest on their return trip. Bible School will be in session this week at the Lutheran Church in Tur...
Susan Fox spent a few days visiting Bob and Lynette Fox and Lyvee in Buffalo, WY this week. Billie Jo, Hudson, and Mary Simons were to Sidney to cheer Hudson and the Harlem Swim team on at the State Swim Meet this week. Everyone did a great job!! Paula Cole and friend Paul, and Emily Cole from Sandy, Utah and Adam Cole from Bozeman, Lucy and Tom Fairbank, Sandi and Ron Thompson, Linda and Bob Brandon, Dylan Welsh and friend Katie, and Vanessa Harmon celebrated Don Harmon’s 75th birthday this weekend at the Don and Bonnie Harmon home. They a...

After scrutiny by carcass contest judges, three Blaine County 4-H members-Cody Arnold, Ryley Hofeldt, and Madilyn Gruszie-have earned 2019 Montana Steer of Merit Honors. Earning such an honor takes into consideration many factors-several of which begin with genetics. The Steer of Merit (SOM) program is a statewide beef carcass contest that is overseen by an SOM Committee consisting of Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) members and Montana State University (MSU) Extension representatives....
The Aero Bar served as a gathering spot for many decades. Located on the west side of Indiana street on the 200 block it was a fixture within the community. In January of 2019 ownership changed hands with JoAnne and JD Powell taking over. They soon changed the name to the Bear Paw Saloon and began work on upgrading and modernizing the establishment. The couple had long wanted to open a bar and when this opportunity came along they were all in. With the idea being to attract a larger crowd, the thought of hosting ‘Open Mic’ nights, bands and...

On Saturday, July 27, the Eagles Club in Chinook played host to the Summer Bar Olympics which was sponsored by Baker Amusement. Four four-person co-ed teams competed in pool, darts, bowling, and corn hole. After accumulating points in each event, the Cowboys N Indians team comprised of Dave Azure, Charley Humphreys, Laine Jorgensen, and Kathleen Adams was declared the winner. In addition to the $25.00 per person entry fee, eighty percent of which went towards the winner's pool, Baker Amusement a...

Five hog exhibitors and two lamb exhibitors at the Blaine County Fair have won awards in recent carcass contests conducted by the Montana State University (MSU) Extension Program. Madilyn Gruszie, Gracie Skoyen, Alyssa Gruszie, Morgan Friede, and Koleman Anderson all met Montana Swine Symbol of Excellence (SOE) Standards. Four of the five hogs exhibited by these five youth were bred by Gruszie Show Pigs. Those meeting Certified Lamb criteria as set forth by the Montana Youth Lamb Certification...

The Milk River Indian Days Celebration and Powwow, now in its 55th year was again filled with vibrant colors, traditional and modern dances. A tradition at the start is pictured above where the grounds are blessed prior to the start of the dance. This years Powwow was extremely well attended attracting visitors from miles away....

Although local radio and television stations, as well as other social media sources, have carried news about one of the region's biggest pulse crop company's filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and reorganization, local sources reported that they are unaware of any Blaine County producers who were using the JM Grain, Incorporated facility to market their pulse crops. JM Grain, Incorporated, which has offices in both Garrison, North Dakota, and Great Falls, Montana, claimed that sales in...

The Blaine County Sheriff's Department and the Chinook Police Department play a vital role in keeping the citizens of Blaine County secure with a place to call home and feel comfortable with going about their daily lives. Volunteer Fire Departments in Chinook, Turner, Harlem, Fort Belknap and the Bear Paws add another level of protection. An active Boarder Patrol along with the Montana Highway Patrol, assistance from Federal and Tribal Agencies as well as neighboring counties when needed takes...
Helena, Mont., July 30, 2019 – The Montana Community Foundation, Inc. (MCF) announces the opening of a grant cycle to benefit communities and residents of Blaine County. Grants will be made from the Blaine County Community Foundation Fund, established at MCF by Warren Ross in 1997. Financial support for this grant program also comes from the Ross 87 Ranch Endowment Fund, established by Warren Ross as well. Applicants must be either a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or an exempt governmental unit. Grants will range in size from $500 to $2,000. While grants...
Contact: Jasmine Reimer, Montana Department of Agriculture, (406) 444-3140 Jane Mangold, Montana State University Extension, (406) 994-5513 Helena, Mont. – The Montana Department of Agriculture has updated its noxious weed list to includeventenata (Ventenata dubia). The Noxious Weed Listing Workgroup recommended adding ventenata to the Priority 2A list at its meeting on March 21, 2019. The amendment was adopted on June 21st, 2019.Priority 2A weeds are common in isolated areas in the State and require eradication or containment where less a...
Join the Little Shell Chippewa Tribe for their annual Powwow on August 24, 2019 at the First Peoples Buffalo Jump near Ulm, Montana. This traditional Pow Wow features drumming, dancing, craft and food vendors. The Pow Wow is free and open to the public. This cultural event starts at Noon and Grand Entry will be 1pm. In case of rain the Pow Wow will be held at the Heritage Building at the Montana Expo Park in Great Falls. For more information call 406-315-2400...

MSU-Northern's campus radio station, KNMC 90.1FM, is seeking hi-line area musicians and vocalists of all skill levels to sign up for the 4th annual Rock Lotto, Saturday, September 21st during Havre Festival Days. KNMC Rock Lotto is an event where local musicians put their name in a drawing to be randomly placed into bands for a one-time only performance. Musicians may sign up to play an instrument (guitar, bass, drums, keys, horns) or as a lead/backup vocalist. If a participant can play more...

Mary Hake was blessed to celebrate her 90th birthday with close family members this past Saturday at the Turner Park. Birthday blessings to you, Mary! Troy and Sherry Kaelber from Kettle Falls, WA were weekend guests at the Brenda and Chris Maloney home coming especially to help Grandma Mary Hake celebrate her birthday. Nate, Billie Jo, Hudson, and Mary Kate Simons attended the divisional swim meet in Scobey to cheer on Hudson and the Harlem swim team. Hudson placed in the 25 backstroke and the...
Coming this August, Region II of the Comprehensive System of Personnel Development (CSPD), in partnership with Havre Public Schools, will be offering free training for parents, general and special educators, paraprofessionals, and others who work with children. Although the workshops themselves are scheduled for August 12-15, registrations for the sessions will only be accepted through August 7, 2019, unless they fill prior to that deadline. The first two workshops: Get Secure with Number Sense and Multiplication, Division & Fractions—Oh My! w...
Michael Frye, PGA Professional, will be holding a golf clinic at Chinook Golf and Country Club August 5, 2019 from 1-6 pm. Originally from Montana, Frye graduated from Culbertson High School in 2004 where he won three individual high school state championships as well as the Montana State Junior Tournament in 2003. As a junior golfer, Michael also competed in the Junior World Golf Tournament, Junior America’s Cup, and the Montana/Alberta Cup representing his home state of Montana. In 2009, Frye graduated from the University of Idaho with a B...